What's On for Kids & Teens - February 2026 (including Half Term)

As always, make sure you double check event details with venues direct before heading out for changes including prices, entry method, timings & cancellations. These are all subject to change.

A note for Feb Half Term - this falls on different dates for different local authorities in the region this year. Attractions primarily plan school holiday activities for the area they are based which may not coincide with your own school holidays. 

Unmissable February Events & Days Out 

What's On for Kids & Teens - February 2026 (including Half Term)


(ad) Little Red Riding Hood at Northern Stage 



Little Red Riding Hood at Northern Stage - Limited Tickets Available
Suitable for all ages, this playful retelling of the classic fairytale by Northern Ballet reminds us all that a little kindness goes a long way.
A perfect opportunity to introduce children and young people to the joy of live theatre, music and ballet in this enchanting adventure with twists and turns where we discover that the ‘Big Bad Wolf’ may not be as big or scary as the stories say……
A lush way to spend a Saturday afternoon in Newcastle. Northern Stage is just across the road from Haymarket so super easy to get to by car or public transport. It’s a lovely welcoming theatre with friendly staff and a relaxed cafe bar with kids’ books and colouring too.
📆 Saturday 7 Feb (2pm & 4pm)
🫶 Relaxed performance at 4pm
⌚ 40 minutes (no interval)
💰 From £15 (Babes in arms under 18 months are £2)

(ad) FREE Creative Workshops with Mortal Fools at Live Theatre Newcastle




Mortal Fools is hosting a series of FREE Family Creative Workshops at Live Theatre Newcastle (on Newcastle Quayside) for ages 5-13 years and their families this half term. 

Expect interactive storytelling, creative writing, animation, acting, video games and more. All based around the world of Melva Mapletree. It's super relaxed and friendly with zero pressure and there will be complimentary refreshments and biscuits. 

Sessions are completely free, last 120 minutes and need to be pre-booked here: https://www.live.org.uk/whats-on/free-family-creative-workshop

(ad) Cinderella Ice Cream Seller at Gosforth Civic Theatre 



A new musical for families is heading to Gosforth Civic Theatre for one day only this February Half Term

🌟 Tickets are just £10 and babes in arms under 12 months go free
🍦 Expect an ice cold twist on a classic fairytale. Cinderella Ice Cream Seller tells the story of how Cinderella, once a humble ice cream maker with not a penny to her name, built a thriving ice cream empire.
💭The musical follows loyal employees of the Cinderella Ice Cream Company, as they unravel the tale of Cinderella’s journey from rags to riches, while exploring their own hopes, dreams, and the magic of ice cream.
💃🏻Audiences will be whisked away to a magical world filled with ice cream parlors, royal balls, and enchanted glass slippers.

Book here: https://www.gosforthcivictheatre.co.uk/whats-on/cinderella-ice-cream-seller

- All ages are welcome but this musical is most suited to over 5s
- 60 minutes
- Sat 21 Feb at 11am and 2pm
- Gosforth Civic Theatre is an accessible and relaxed venue
- Cafe on site
- Next door to Regent Centre Metro / Bus Station and Multi-Story Car Park

(ad) FREE Merlin Annual Pass Deal 



Grab a FREE Merlin Annual Pass
👀 Wow this is an INCREDIBLE offer offering a FULL YEAR OF FUN!
Book an overnight stay at Alton Towers, Chessington, Legoland, Warwick Castle or Thorpe Park before 1 March (for stays between 28 March and 1 June) and EVERYONE who is staying will receive a FREE Merlin Annual Pass offering access to over 20 top attractions across the UK for a full year.
Here are all the links with info you need:

T&Cs apply. 


(ad) DFDS Mini Cruise - HALF PRICE DEAL 



DFDS is offering HALF PRICE Mini Cruises from Newcastle - Amsterdam for a limited time only. This is a real bargan available from just £49pp for 2 nights onboard and return coach transfers to Amsterdam. 

Check prices and book here: https://prf.hn/l/mA5AOd5/

Offer ends 16 Feb. Suitable for travel dates between 2 Feb & 31 March 2026. 

Need some inspiration for what to do in Amsterdam? This post includes lots of ideas: https://www.northeastfamilyfun.co.uk/2024/01/how-to-spend-5-hours-in-amsterdam-with.html

T&Cs apply. 


(ad) FREE Visit Monet (+ FREE Activities) at South Shields Museum & Art Gallery 




FREE Activities at South Shields Museum (from now until 25 March)

✅ FREE Monet Exhibition
✅ FREE Wellness Activities
✅ FREE Family Crafts

🎨 FREE DROP IN - South Shields Museum & Art Gallery has been selected as one of just four partners to host the National Gallery Masterpiece Tour, a three-year transformative opportunity to bring world-class art to the North East.

The museum will exhibit Monet’s masterpiece, The Petit Bras of the Seine at Argenteuil (1872), which has only left the National Gallery once in the past 20 years from now until 25 March.

It's FREE to drop in and enjoy during opening hours - the piece is part of an exhibition focussing on the power of art and nature, exploring themes of calm, retreat, and resilience.

🧘‍♂️ FREE BOOKABLE WELLNESS ACTIVITIES - in celebration of the arrival of Monet, there's a range of free bookable activities to enjoy including free slow looking, yoga and Qi Gong sessions in front of the artwork.

Book your free space now https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/events-south-shields-museum-and-art-gallery

❤ FREE DROP IN CRAFTS - the museum will host themed family craft activities every Saturday until 21 March 2026. Simply drop in on Saturdays between 11:30am and 3pm and enjoy.

FInd out more and check opening hours: https://www.northeastmuseums.org.uk/southshieldsmuseum/whats-on/monet-in-the-presence-of-nature

The rest of the museum is also worth exploring and is free admission - highlights include:
☕ A Victorian Tea Room
🦁 Tales of South Tyneside
🐍Creature Corner

(ad) 2 for 1 Adult Entry to Whitehouse Farm 



Enjoy 2 for 1 adult entry to Whitehouse Farm

❤ The offer is running every day from the 7th - 15th of February.
🎟 Book in advance here: https://whitehousefarmcentre.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/63376

Steve and I did this last year and will probably book again this year. We had SO much fun and there were lots of adorable animals to meet and stroke. We had such a good laugh - especially at the curious goats who loved photo bombing our selfies.

Farm Parks are definitely not just for kids and this is a fab low-cost idea for a first date, fun date with a long term partner or mate date. And if you don't have a babysitter, kids are of course welcome too (just add them onto your booking as normal admission).

(ad) February Half Term with North East National Trust 




Make the most of your National Trust Membership and enjoy one (or more) of these activities over half term. All DROP IN and INCLUDED WITH MEMBERSHIP or admission. There's lots going on and enough to fill every day of the week! Here are some highlights: 

💮 Snowdrop Festival Fairy Trail (14 - 22 Feb) and Fairy Crafts (17 - 19 Feb) at Wallington 

🐰 Hop into the Wild Family Trail (inspired by Disney and Pixar's 'Hoppers') at Gibside (14 Feb - 9 March) plus Snowdrop Planting, Storytelling & Nature Crafts on selected dates 

📕 World Book Day Trail around Crook Hall Gardens (14 Feb - 1 March) plus Bug Mask Making, Storytime & Yoga (17 & 24 Feb) and Book-themed Family Crafts (19 & 26 Feb) 

🕊 Souring Seabirds Trail at Souter Lighthouse (14 Feb - 1 March) plus Seabird Crafts on 16 & 23 Feb. 

⏳Living History with the Time Bandits on 14 & 21 Feb at Washington Old Hall plus Trails, Active Play and Nature Crafts on selected dates. 

🔍 Alice in Wonderland themed Activities & Trails at Ormesby Hall (21 Feb - 1 March) 

Find out more about these events and check dates / times plus other ways to make the most out of your National Trust Membership here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/family-friendly

(ad) February Half Term at Shipley Art Gallery 




FREE Sensory Space & Low Cost Inclusive Activities at Shipley Art Gallery this February Half Term

❤ Shipley Art Gallery in Gateshead offers FREE admission all year round. Did you know they offer a FREE Drop In Sensory Space?
❤Some of the things you'll find in the sensory space are:
Foam flooring with cosy blankets
Beanbags
Black out tent with ambient lighting
Mood lit freestanding shapes
Freestanding sensory light with star design
Fidget toys
Foam mirrors
Floaty scarves
Textured stepping stones
Sofas
Plenty of empty floor space to move around.

❤The sensory space has:
Step free access
Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities nearby
No music
Overhead lighting limited to one area of the room which can be switched off
Parking immediately in front of the gallery with three blue badge parking spaces - one outside the gallery and two on the driveway at the side of the gallery.

How fantastic!

The gallery also hosts a range of low-cost bookable activities. Highlights for Feb Half Term available to book now include:

❤FAMILY CLAY CRAFTS (£3 per child)
Roll out the clay and sculpt features to make a face. Press it together with your fingers and a dab of water. Will you make a portrait of yourself, someone you're with, or a face inspired by the artworks in the gallery?

Take your clay home and leave it to dry naturally (24 - 72 hours). You can then paint it at home. If you don't have paints at home, let us know and we'll arrange a date for your family to come back to paint it at the Shipley.

Recommended for age 3+ supported by an adult.


❤ HOLIDAY ART CLASSES - MAKE AN EXPLOSION BOOK (£4.50 per child)

Our friendly tutor, Steph will guide you in making an 'explosion book'. These small, square books 'explode' into a series of square and triangular pages when you open them. You'll make your book from card and paper, with colourful abstract patterns drawn on each page. Perfect for ages 7-12 years.

Please note, this session is not focused on creative writing - but is about exploring book art. You'll make one 'explosion book' to take home.

Accompanying adults are encouraged to join in - the class is a great opportunity for families to enjoy creative time together.

Our artist has extensive experience of working with young people including those with SEND and Neurodiversities. We understand that some young people may be older than 12 but find the class age appropriate due to SEND - please contact Hannah.Mackay-Jackson@northeastmuseums.org.uk if this applies to you.

These sessions will be designed to be welcoming and inclusive for all.


📌Postcode: NE8 4JB (street parking available)
🚟A 20 min walk from Gateshead Metro Station
🎟Bus 21 and 52 stop nearby

Check opening hours and find out more: https://www.northeastmuseums.org.uk/shipley/visit

(ad) February Half Term at Discovery Museum 



Discovery Museum in Newcastle is always FREE ENTRY and this includes the fab Tiny Tyneside Play Area for under 7s and the fab interactive Science Maze and Steam to Green Exhibition which is fun for all ages. 

This museum is easy to get to (just along the road from Newcastle Central Station) and accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs. 

The museum has put together a bumper programme of events for half term which are available to book now: 

⚓ 16 Feb - FREE Origami Boat Making (drop in or book) 
🐉 17 Feb - FREE Chinese Lunar New Year Activities & Crafts (drop in) 
📚 17 & 24 Feb - Storytime with Themed Crafts & Play for 3-5 year olds (£3.50 per child - book a place)
⏳19 Feb - FREE Time Travel Club (booking strongly advised) 
🛳 20 Feb - Ship Building Challenge (£2.50 per child - book a place) 
🛳 23 Feb - FREE Shipshape Family Crafts (booking recommended) 

Find out more about all of these events and book your place where required here: https://www.northeastmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/search/-/-/-/-/-/239


(ad) Blyth Festival of Film 


Hopefully you all know how much I love Blyth Pavilion. It’s a beautiful clean and modern cinema with super comfy seats (and loads of leg room), friendly staff and fantastic value (popcorn starts at just £2). IN FEBRUARY, ALL CINEMA TICKETS ARE £5 OR LESS - BARGAIN
They’ll be at the heart of Blyth Festival of Film but you’ll also find bits and pieces popping up at venues across the town.
Make sure you are following the Market Pavilion Facebook Page for lots of ticket and event announcements over the next few weeks and find out more here: https://www.greatnorthumberland.co.uk/blyth-festival-of-film
Here are a few early highlights:
🍿 Fri 6 Feb - Mamma Mia Sing-a-Long and Party Night
🎬 Sat 7 Feb - 4k Amadeus & Musical Recital
🍿Sun 8 Feb -Lord of The Rings Marathon Day
🎬 Fri 6 to Sun 8 Feb - Becoming Victoria Wood
🍿 Tues 10 to Fri 14 Feb - Uncommon Voices: Exploring Class in New British Cinema
🎬 Tues 10 Feb – Free film screenings at Energy Central Campus
🍿 Wed 11 Feb – Free film screenings at Phoenix Theatre
🎬 Thurs 12 Feb – Free film screenings at Buffalo Community Centre
🍿 Fri 13 Feb – Sideways & wine tasting
🎬 Sat 14 Feb – Valentine's Day Treats including Casablanca, Romeo & Juliet, Wuthering Heights, Brief Encounter
🍿 Tues 17 Feb – Escapes
🎬 Feb Half Term - £1 & 1p Film Club during half term


(ad) February Half Term at Science at Life 


Science at Life is an indoor, accessible attraction where you can easily spend a full day. There's so much interactive fun including LightBox (with a Tornado and Creep Street), Experiment Zone, Under 7s Play Zone, Space Zone, Making Studios, Planetarium & more. 

Highlights for Feb Half Term (all included with admission) include: 

🧠 Find the Fake Live Science Show - Can your brain be fooled? Plus learn how to spot a fake in the real world 
🚀 The Rocket Show (14-22 Feb Only) - Discover all of the Science behind Rockets from Black Powder to Reusable Boosters 
🔬 Microscopes will be available where you can investigate materials like wool and paper (or even your own hair!) 
🤳 Create your own Cardboard Selfie in the Making Studios 
🌪 Step inside Europe's Tallest Tornado Tower 

Find out more here: https://www.life.org.uk/whats-on/february-half-term/

PS - there are lockers and an indoor packed lunch area which helps to keep costs down / is fab for families with dietary requirements. 

(ad) Day Trips with National Trust Yorkshire



If you fancy a little day trip this February, how about exploring a National Trust site in North Yorkshire? Below are a few highlights (all included with membership or admission): 

🐰 A Hop into the Wild Trail (inspired by Disney and Pixar's 'Hoppers' will take place at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal between 14 Feb & 8 March. Across the trail you can expect storytelling, outdoor play and a chance to complete your free discovery passport. 

🐦 In Celebration of National Bird Box Week, visitors can explore an interactive adventure across Brimham Rocks. This trail is fully accessible and features sensory activities along the route. Drop in during opening hours from 14-22 Feb. 

🐯 There's an Indoor Jungle Book themed trail taking place at Nunnington Hall near York which sounds fab. Can you master the laws of the jungle like Mowgli? Drop in between 14 & 22 Feb between 10:30am and 4pm to take part. 

💮 Beningbrough Hall near York is a gorgeous place to spend a morning or afternoon with a beautiful cafe, walled garden and wild play area. If you visit between 6 & 22 Feb you can take part in their Winter Woodland Animal Trail and discover some of the animals hiding in the garden.

And as an extra special treat, interactive storytelling/theatre is available on 16/19/22 Feb. It's super relaxed and lots of fun - simply sign up for a session on arrival. 

Check opening hours, timings and more info about these events and more here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/family-friendly

Pirate Takeover at Alton Towers.


14 - 22 February
Day Tickets from £18pp / Short Breaks from £64pp
Find out more and book: https://prf.hn/l/re8Nopo/

Day tickets include entry to the Mutiny Bay Area & Rides, SEA LIFE Centre, CBeebiesLand, Spinball Whizzer & Pirate Entertainment (please note, the rest of the theme park will be closed).

Ovenight stays include theme park entry (as above), an overnight stay at the Alton Towers Resort, Breakfast, Evening Entertainment, Waterpark Entry & 9 Holes Extraordinary Golf. A bargain from £64pp!

Find out more and book: https://prf.hn/l/re8Nopo/

 

7 & 8 February (North of Tyne)


7 & 8 February(South of Tyne) 



14 & 15 February (North of Tyne) 


14 & 15 February (South of Tyne) 



Monday 16 February 


Tuesday 17 February 


Wednesday 18 February 

  • (ad) Matilda the Musical at Sunderland Empire. Buy one U16s ticket, get one half price on selected seats Tues-Fri (t&cs apply). Book here: https://prf.hn/l/PkxkOx5/

Thursday 19 February 

Friday 20 February

21 & 22 February (North of Tyne)


21 & 22 February (South of Tyne)


    Monday 23 February 

    Tuesday 24 February 

    Wednesday 25 February 

    Thursday 26 February 

    Friday 27 February 

    28 February & 1 March (North of Tyne) 


    28 February & 1 March (South of Tyne) 

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